Artist’s Notes

Inspiration

Clouds in motion inspired this piece as well as global news throughout 2020 during the pandemic.

The earth-like underlayer was dry when a cloud like fluid layer was added. This amazingly crisp difference looks like clouds from space.

Color

Ocean colors and florals from Southern California inspired the color for this piece as well as the majestic near-black navy sky at night.

Technique

Manipulating the acrylic paint with water and forced air allowed for very fluid motion while painting. The wet bleed between colors is what gives this piece its ethereal quality.

This gallery wrap canvas is 30” x 48” x 1.5”.

Artist: D Otto

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